{"title":"Digital Education Center","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLittle Waves Coffee Roasters is Roast Magazine's 2022 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/dailycoffeenews.com\/2021\/10\/18\/roast-magazine-announces-2022-roaster-of-the-year-winners\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/dailycoffeenews.com\/2021\/10\/18\/roast-magazine-announces-2022-roaster-of-the-year-winners\/\"\u003eMicro Roaster of the Year\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor Wholesale and Education inquiries, please email \u003cstrong\u003eeducation@littlewaves.sbs\u003c\/strong\u003e with your requested date, time, and subject. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/files\/David_Solow_190228_7714_480x480.jpg?v=1589823477\" alt=\"\" width=\"409\" height=\"272\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pour-over-brew-guide","title":"Kalita Wave 185 Brew Guide","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Kalita Wave 185 is the perfect dripper for your at-home pour over coffee brewing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing an unbreakable stainless steel construction, ideal flow rate, and perfectly-fitted \"cupcake\" paper filters, the Wave is a great choice for many home baristas. Explore the Wave at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 12 - 24 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:17 - 1:15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Medium-Coarse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 3 - 3.5 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Kettle to 205℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (12 - 24 fl oz). The equivalent amount of Poured Water will be 400 - 800g. Begin heating this amount of water and just a little more, ideally in BonaVITA Variable Temperature Kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 15 for a stronger cup and 17 for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee medium-coarsely (roughly the size of kosher salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Place your Kalita Wave 185 on a 1 Liter decanter or favorite coffee thermos (at least 12 fl oz in volume to avoid overflow). Gently set one Kalita paper filter in the brewer, then set the whole kit on a scale and tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Weigh out your ground coffee dose and re-tare to zero. When your kettle is at 205℉, you are ready to pour in three stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Start a timer and begin pouring slowly from about four inches above the bed of grounds, right into the center. Your pour should be straight up-and-down and move in slow, concentric circles roughly the size of a silver dollar. If your pour has an arc, then you are likely pouring too quickly. The amount of your first pour is determined by multiplying your dose times two. Ex. Dosed 30g of ground coffee? Your first pour should be 60g of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. At 0:45 seconds into brewing, begin your second pour. Maintain the same pouring dynamics as above, but this time, pour until you are 2\/3rds of the way through with your Poured Water amount. Ex. Pour to 400g on the scale if your total Poured Water will be 600g at finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. At 2:00 minutes into brewing, begin your third and final pour. This time, begin by pouring around the rim of the Wave's filter, drawing all coffee grounds down into the slurry. Once done, resume your centered pouring dynamics as described in #6. It is very important you stop pouring when your pre-determined Poured Water amount has been reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. Note what time the coffee finishes dripping out - it should be between 3 and 3.5 minutes. If the brewing finishes earlier, consider whether your pour was slow and steady enough. If your pour was slow enough, you likely need to grind a little finer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Smell and once it cools enough, taste the brew. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:17 - 1:15 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32007014547505,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/Kalita.png?v=1619361448"},{"product_id":"french-press-brew-guide","title":"Press Pot Brew Guide","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Press Pot (aka French press) makes consistent immersion brewing easy. \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a borosilicate glass carafe, chrome-plated stainless steel legs, and zero filters to buy thanks to the multi-layered metal plunger, Bodum French Presses are perfect for many coffee lovers. Explore our Bodum selection at our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e page\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters for the 12 fl oz \"Blue Moon\" + 34 fl oz \"Chambord\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 12 fl or 34 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:16 - 1:14\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Coarse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 4 - 6 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Kettle to 205℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (~ 12 or 34 fl oz). The equivalent amount of Poured Water will be 300g or 900g. Begin heating this amount of water and just a little more, ideally in a BonaVITA Variable Temperature Kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 14 for a stronger cup and 16 for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee coarsely (roughly the size of cracked black pepper). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Place your French Press on a scale and tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Weigh out your ground coffee dose into the French Press and re-tare to zero. When your kettle is at 205℉, you are ready to pour in two stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Start a timer and begin pouring until your French Press is half full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. Stir three times to mix the crust back into the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. Resume pouring until you hit your pre-determined Poured Water weight, then place the plunger lid on top of the French Press (but don't plunge yet).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. At 4 - 6 minutes, lift the plunger lid off and stir three more times. Reset the plunger on the French Press, then slowly and evenly plunge over 10 - 15 seconds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Decant by splitting the pours between cups in a 1, 2, 1, 2 style. This helps distribute the somewhat stratified brew evenly between the cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. Smell and once it cools enough, taste the brew. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, or ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:16 - 1:14 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32007634780209,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/PressPot.png?v=1619361024"},{"product_id":"auto-dripper-brew-guide","title":"Auto-Dripper Brew Guide","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe BonaVITA 8 cup One Touch Stainless Steel Brewer 1900TS is a perfectly simple and effective auto-dripper for your at-home coffee brewing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a high-quality water boiler, well-insulated thermal carafe, and highly-repeatable brews, the 1900TS makes light work of batch brewing at home. Explore the 1900TS and more at our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e site\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 4 - 8 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:17 - 1:15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Medium-Coarse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 4.5 - 6 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Internally set!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (4 - 8 cups). 4 cups = 650 ml, 6 cups = 1000 ml, 8 cups = 1300 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Water Volume (ml) number by 15 for a stronger cup and 17 for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee medium-coarsely (roughly the size of kosher salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Gently set one paper filter in the dripper basket, then set on a scale and tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Weigh out your ground coffee dose, then gently shake the ground coffee down to level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Center the dripper basket on the carafe, then place the entire stack under the brewer's shower head. Turn the brewer on and go do something else for 4-6 minutes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. After you return, discard the spent grounds into the compost, then swirl the carafe to mix. Always swirl before you serve to enjoy a well-mixed brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. Smell the resulting brew and once it is cool enough, taste it. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, or ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:17 - 1:15 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32007813595185,"sku":"AUTBG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/AutoDrip.png?v=1619361578"},{"product_id":"aeropress-brew-guide","title":"Aeropress Brew Guide","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Aeropress is one of the most travel-friendly, \"hackable\" coffee makers you can own.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing an unbreakable polypropylene construction, fast brew times and clean up, and dozens of ways to brew to your liking, the Aeropress is fun and convenient for many home baristas. Explore the Aeropress \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccowd.square.site\/product\/-aeropress-coffee-brewer-owd-\/13?cs=true\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Purchase Aeropress - Cocoa Cinnamon Old West Durham\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e (for Durham-based pick-up) and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor filters and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 2 - 9 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:15.5 (normal strength) - 1:4 (concentrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Medium-Fine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 1.5 - 2 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Kettle to 205℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (2 - 8 fl oz). The equivalent amount of Poured Water will be 50 - 225g. Begin heating this amount of water and just a little more, ideally in a BonaVITA Variable Temperature Kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 4 for a strong concentrate (to which you could add milk like a latte) and 15.5 for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee medium-fine (roughly the size of table salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Gently set one Aeropress paper filter in the detachable filter holder, reattach into the Aeropress, then set on a decanter or favorite coffee mug (at least 9 fl oz in volume to avoid overflow) whole kit on a scale and tare to zero. *Optional hot water rinse at this point to pre-heat the device. Shake out all water before brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Weigh out your ground coffee dose into the Aeropress and re-tare to zero. When your kettle is at 205℉, you are ready to pour in one stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Start a timer and pour to your pre-determined Poured Water amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. Stir five times, then immediately insert the plunger about 1\/4\" into the Aeropress. This will stop the dripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. At 1 minute 30 seconds, pull your kit off the scale and place on a solid table\/counter. Remove the plunger and stir five more times. Reinsert the plunger, then depress slowly and evenly over 30 seconds, finishing around 2 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Smell and once it cools enough, taste the brew. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. If you're making a concentrate, your brew should be very full in body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:15.5 - 1:4 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32011940692017,"sku":"AERBG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/Aero_press.png?v=1619361206"},{"product_id":"espresso-brew-guide","title":"Espresso Brew Guide","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEspresso's strength allows for unlimited creation of coffee beverages.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing high strength, short brewing times, and quick brew-to-brew turnaround, espresso is an engaging choice for many home baristas. Explore coffees \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/current-coffees?sort_by=best-selling\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Purchase Little Waves Coffee\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrew Volume: 1 - 3 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:3 - 1:1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Very fine (almost powdered sugar-like)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 25 - 30 seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Point at 199-201℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much espresso you want (1 - 3 fl oz). The ideal ratio correlates most specifically to a given coffee's roast level. We suggest an espresso volume around 2 fl oz for the medium roasts you enjoy from Little Waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Figure out how much ground coffee your portafilter basket holds by overfilling the basket without knocking it around, then leveling off using three even movements with a straight-edged tool such as a brush handle. Most baskets hold between 14 - 21g. Multiply your Ground Coffee Dose (in grams) by 1 for a stronger cup (1:1), 2 for a cup of normal strength (1:2) and 3 (1:3) for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much espresso beverage weight you should extract. Our ideal CBR hovers around 1:2 (ex. 18g dose x 2 = 36g beverage weight or 18g : 36g when expressed as a ratio). Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee very finely (just a little coarser than the size of powdered sugar). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Once you've established your preferred dose (ex. 18g), there are many different ways you can transfer the grounds from the grinder into the basket - directly or otherwise. Whichever method you prefer, find a consistent way that promotes even distribution of water through the ground coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Tamp by holding the tamper like a flashlight (your wrist should be straight in line with the tamper handle). Bend your elbow to a 90º angle as if your shoulder, elbow, and tamper are a construction crane! The bottom of your tamper will be parallel with the counter and just over the portafiler, which is being held on the counter by its handle with your other hand. Engage the level tamper into the portafilter basket by leaning in with 30-pounds of pressure from your body weight while maintaining the crane form. One flat tamp from a well-fitted tamper will do the job. Gently polish (spin) the tamper in the basket before removal to ensure a smooth puck surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Clean the spouts and wings before locking the portafilter into the grouphead. Immediately start your shot and timer simultaneously, then slide your tared scale and cup underneath. We want to achieve our desired beverage weight in 25 - 30 seconds. If the timing is off, either incrementally coarsen the grind (to achieve shorter times) or fine up (to achieve longer timers). If your hopper is filled with coffee when you make a grind adjustment, you'll have to purge some grounds (2 - 5 shots depending on the grinder) before seeing the new grind. Interestingly, if your brew time is too short, the resulting crema (the oil, gas, and coffee particles that make up the \"foam\" on the espresso's surface) looks like a dull, monochromatic tan color. If the brew time is within the correct window, the crema is caramel brown with light to medium brown spots (flecks). If the brew time is too long, then the crema usually shows distinctly white spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Smell and once it cools to your liking, stir and taste the espresso. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. If the coffee tastes overly bitter and weak, consider reducing the beverage weight by a gram or two on the next shot. If the espresso tastes overly sour and full, consider increasing the beverage weight by a gram or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32012100075569,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/Espresso.png?v=1619361389"},{"product_id":"coffee-faq","title":"Coffee FAQ","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eQ: Do you offer Fair Trade or Certified Organic coffees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA: This is an important question that deserves a thorough answer. Though we don’t prioritize purchasing certification coffees, we do pursue the values behind them by emphasizing ongoing transparency and pursuit of quality with every partner. We seek to grow and maintain relationships that benefit all life in the custody chain - from the producer to the land to employees to you. Though certifications have some benefits, like creating market awareness, they are patchwork in that no certification covers every value, they are expensive for all in the custody chain, and don’t necessarily create the change we seek. We believe in paying producers about 4 times over commodity prices and almost 3 times as much as Fair Trade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOrganic farming is hard, necessary work, but the fees associated for producers and roasters can be prohibitive and occasionally unrealistic given the risk and difficulty of agriculture. We source coffees from family-owned farms, from people who are proud of the land, air, and water around them and strive to take care of it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eQ: What impacts caffeine content in a cup of coffee?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA: It is important to manage your caffeine intake as most medical professionals agree that about 5 x 8 fl oz cups of caffeinated coffee per day is healthy for many individuals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn terms of brewing method, a double espresso and an 8 fl oz drip coffee have about the same amount of caffeine. The outlier is cold brew, which has more caffeine per serving due to its long steep time and stronger brewing ratio. In general, if you strengthen brew strength or elongate brew time, the caffeine content of your coffee will increase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA given coffee’s genetics and terroir impacts caffeine content. We typically buy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e varieties, which have an average amount of caffeine and better flavor overall, compared to the more pest resistant coffee species called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCoffea canephora. Canephora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e or Robusta as it is more commonly known, contains more caffeine, but usually doesn’t taste very good. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRoasting does not have a significant effect on caffeine content directly, though roast level may play a part in determining how strong you prefer your coffee brewing ratio to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eQ: How should I choose a coffee?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA: Given that Little Waves roasts to balance, sweetness, and fullness of flavor, we encourage your enjoyment of any of our coffees on any brew method. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYour best bet is thinking about the flavors you enjoy in coffee, then choosing an offering that reflects your preferred gustatory experience. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eQ: What do I need to get the most out of my coffee?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA: The most important aspect is the coffee beans you use - they should be reasonably fresh (3 days - 4 weeks off-roast ideally) and well-stored. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFresh tap water filtered through a basic carbon filter (like a Brita pitcher) is a must. Water that smells like chlorine or off-aromas, or is too “heavy” or distilled won’t produce a very good cup of coffee. If the water coming out of your tap is too heavy (maybe you live in the desert?), you might consider an RO water filtration system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe also recommend investing in a quality burr grinder (with reasonably sharp burrs) to ensure a consistently even grind size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eQ: How should I store my coffee?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA: Coffee beans stale more quickly when exposed to heat, light, moisture, and oxygen. The best way to avoid these staling factors is to keep your well-sealed Little Waves bag in a dark, slightly cooler than room temperature place like a pantry or cupboard. Little Waves bags are resealable, which we highly encourage after each use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThough the refrigerator is cool in temperature, we do not recommend it for storage as humidity levels tend to fluctuate and off-aromas are rampant. Between taking the coffee out of the fridge and putting it back in, as well as humidity changes from opening the door and internal defrosting cycles, your coffee will age quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe freezer is an interesting option, but there is a catch. If you store coffee beans in an airtight container in the freezer, their flavor freezes in time and will taste basically the same when you take them out. The catch is that if you freeze coffee, then take it out, then refreeze it, the coffee’s cell walls break down due to the formation of ice crystals. This results in quick flavor degradation upon removal from the freezer. Interestingly, you can grind and brew coffee beans right out of the freezer. They will actually grind up more evenly in this frozen state than at room temperature! You may want to raise your water temperature to compensate however.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eQ: Why does grind size matter? Do different brew methods need different grind sizes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYes, grind size matters. The core idea is that finer grinds extract more quickly and will therefore taste bitter more quickly. Coarser grinds extract slower and as a result, will take longer to get out of the sour stage. Extraction always happens in order: sour flavors first, sweet second, and bitter third. If your brew tastes sour, fine up one or more notches. If your brew tastes bitter, coarsen up one or more notches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Fine like a Powdered Sugar for Espresso + Ibrik\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine like Soft Sand for Moka Pot (Stovetop Espresso)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine-Medium like Fine Sand for Aeropress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-Fine like Table Salt for Cone-shaped Pour Overs (Hario V60)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium like Beach Sand for Flat + Wedge-shaped Pour Overs (Kalita Wave) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-Coarse like Rough Sand for Auto-Drippers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoarse like Sea Salt for Cold Brew\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Coarse like Kosher Salt for French Press\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32025174868017,"sku":"COFF","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/David_Solow_190307_3436.jpg?v=1590078556"},{"product_id":"brew-guide-cold-brew","title":"Slow Brew Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSlow aka Cold Brew is smooth, super caffeinated, and perfect for the long, hot days of Summer.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow Brew is a \"set it and forget it\" brew method that only requires a few items you likely have around the kitchen - a Mason jar and lid (or any larger glass, saran wrap, and rubber bands), a filtration method, and room temperature, filtered water. Explore a Little Waves' Cold Brew pack \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\/products\/fathers-day-cold-brew-set-up\" title=\"Purchase Toddy and Coffee - Little Waves Coffee Roasters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 8 - 35 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:8 (double strength concentrate) - 1:4 (quadruple strength concentrate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Coarse (like sea salt)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 8 - 20 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Fresh, filtered water at room temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Dilution Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDilute to a 1:16 ratio, so depending on if you're using 1:4, 1:8, or somewhere in between, you'll need a little math to help you along!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you brew a 1:8 concentrate, dilution will be a simple 1:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you brew a 1:4 concentrate, dilution will be 1:2. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can dilute with just ice, cold water\/ice, hot water, milk, or even juice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (8 - 35 fl oz) based on the volume of your brewing container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 4 for a very strong concentrate (to which you could add milk like a latte) and 8 for an average concentrate (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios - we recommend a 1:5 for LW coffees) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, whole bean coffee coarsely (roughly the size of sea salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Follow attached Toddy instructions if you have one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. If you are using a Mason jar, weigh out your ground coffee dose into the jar and re-tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Note the time, then pour your pre-determined amount of fresh, filtered water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. Stir five times, then screw on the lid to keep your brew airtight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. 12-20 hours later, unscrew the lid and stir five more times. Slowly begin pouring the brewed coffee \u003cspan\u003e(try to keep most of the grounds in the jar) \u003c\/span\u003efrom the jar through a paper \/ metal \/ cloth filter (a v60 and paper filter work well) into another jar you can make airtight. The more oxygen exposure cold brew has, the quicker it will taste \"off\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Smell and taste the brew. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. If you're making a concentrate, your brew should be very full in body. This concentrate will taste really good for 48 hours, then will start tasting oxidized - time to make more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels overly strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your cold brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32112279126065,"sku":"COLBG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/Toddy.png?v=1619361160"},{"product_id":"iced-coffee-brew-guide","title":"Iced Pourover Brew Guide","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlash-chilling refreshes your iced coffee experience with brightness and clarity. \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing hot water to brew a Kalita Wave 185 pour over directly onto ice creates a uniquely bright, refreshing experience. Featuring an unbreakable stainless steel construction, ideal flow rate, and perfectly-fitted \"cupcake\" paper filters, the Wave is a great choice for iced coffee brewing. Explore the Wave \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cclkwd.square.site\/product\/kalita-wave-185-coffee-dripper-lkwd-\/706?cs=true\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Purchase Kalita Wave 185 - Cocoa Cinnamon Lakewood\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e (for Durham-based pick-up) and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 12 - 20 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:9 - 1:8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce Under Pour Over Drip: 100 - 150g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce in Your Cup: Fill cup most of the way with ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Medium (Table Salt)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 2.5 - 3 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Kettle to 205℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (12 - 20 fl oz). The equivalent amount of Poured Water will be 225 - 350g. Begin heating this amount of water and just a little more, ideally in BonaVITA Variable Temperature Kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 8 for a stronger cup and 9 for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, whole bean coffee medium-coarsely (roughly the size of table salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Place a 1 Liter decanter or favorite glass (at least 12 - 20 fl oz in volume to avoid overflow) on a scale and tare to zero. Weigh out 100 - 150g of ice into your decanter \/ glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Place your Kalita Wave 185 on the decanter \/ glass, gently drop one Kalita paper filter in the brewer, then set the whole kit on a scale and tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Weigh out your ground coffee dose and tare to zero. When your kettle is at 205℉, you are ready to pour in three stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. Start a timer and begin pouring slowly from about four inches above the bed of grounds, right into the center. Your pour should be straight up-and-down and move in slow, concentric circles roughly the size of a silver dollar. If your pour has an arc, then you are likely pouring too quickly. The amount of your first pour is determined by multiplying your dose times two. Ex. Dosed 30g of ground coffee? Your first pour should be 60g of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. At 0:45 seconds into brewing, begin your second pour. Maintain the same pouring dynamics as above, but this time, pour until you are 2\/3rds of the way through with your Poured Water amount. Ex. Pour to 250g on the scale if your total Poured Water will be 350g at finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. At 2:00 minutes into brewing, begin your third and final pour. This time, begin by pouring around the rim of the Wave's filter, drawing all coffee grounds down into the slurry. Once done, resume your centered pouring dynamics as described in #7. It is very important you stop pouring when your pre-determined Poured Water amount has been reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Note what time the coffee finishes dripping out - it should be around 2.5 - 3 minutes. If the brewing finishes earlier, consider whether your pour was slow and steady enough. If your pour was slow enough, you likely need to grind a little finer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. As you swirl your finished brew, most of the ice should be melted and your coffee should be chilled. The final step is to fill your favorite glass with ice, then decant your flash-chilled coffee. Stir x3 to make it extra chilly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Smell and taste the brew. Iced Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium body with a silky, sometimes juicy mouthfeel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12. If the coffee tastes overly bitter (unlikely with this method), consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour (somewhat more likely), consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong (unlikely with this method), consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:16 - 1:15 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed iced coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32199144210481,"sku":"ICEPBG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/Iced_Coffee.png?v=1619361529"},{"product_id":"espresso-recipes","title":"Espresso Recipes","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEach blend and single origin expresses itself uniquely through the medium of espresso.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBased on attributes specific to each coffee, please read on for starting point parameters for the coffees our guests love to pull as espresso. Explore coffees \u003ca title=\"Purchase Little Waves Coffee\" href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/current-coffees?sort_by=best-selling\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Little Waves Brew Gear\" href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/brew-gear\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrew Gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor more.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTIPS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e- Lower density coffees\u003c\/i\u003e (usually under 1500masl) favor longer brew times (28-30s), while \u003ci\u003ehigher density coffees\u003c\/i\u003e (usually above 1500masl) prefer shorter brew times (25-27s)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e- As roasts age out, strengthen ratios for optimal extraction (ex. from 1:2 to 1:1.9) \u0026amp; increase dose (from 17.5g to 18g to 18.5g)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e- Freshly Roasted 1-7 days \/ Peak Off-Roast 8-14 days \/ Aging Off-Roast 15-21 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e- When dialing in, change only one variable at a time to stay in control\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eESPRESSO BLENDS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #502a04;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSugar Browning Coffees\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eat the top, moving downwards towards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFruit-Forward Coffees\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTernura\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Sweet One” - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Bodied, Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Jam\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e60% México Las Cotorras Washed \/ 40% Colombia Andino Washed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.2 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 38.5g output, 28-30 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 36g output, 28-30 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:1.9 ratio - ex. 18.5g dose : 35g output, 28-30 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositive Pressure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Classic Blend” - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutella (choc\/hazelnut), Vanilla, Cherry, Cinnamon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e40% México Las Cotorras Washed \/ 30% México Danipaguache Washed \/ \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e30% Ethiopia Dinkinesh: Genji Challa Washed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.2 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 38.5g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 36g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:1.9 ratio - ex 18.5g dose : 35g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinor Miracles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Holiday Blend” - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull, Rich Sugar Browning like Dark Chocolate, Roasted Chestnuts, and Molasses with hints of Cinnamon and Orange\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e40% El Salvador Buena Onda Natural \/ 30% Ethiopia Gogugu Washed \/ \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e30% Colombia Andino Washed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.3 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 40g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2.1 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 38g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:2 ratio - ex 18.5g dose : 37g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmor Prohibido\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“A Cocoa Favorite” - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eSweetly\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eBalanced, Full, Milk Chocolate, Toffee, \u0026amp; Orange\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e50% Colombia Washed \/ 30% México  Washed \/ \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e20% Guatemala or \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerú \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.3 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 40g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2.1 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 38g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:2 ratio - ex. 18.5 dose : 37g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDecaf Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Sugarcane Decaf” - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrightly\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eBalanced, Cherry, Light Caramel, Malty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Colombia Washed + Sugarcane Decaffeinated (EA)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.3 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 40g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2.1 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 38g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:2 ratio - ex 18.5g dose : 37g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMokha Java\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Very First Blend” - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eVelvety, Milk Chocolate, Candied Nut, Red Fruit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e50% México Las Cotorras Washed \/ 50% Ethiopia Dinkinesh Washed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.4 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 42g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2.2 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 40g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:2.1 ratio - ex 18.5g dose : 39g output, 26-28 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon't Forget to Look at the Moon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“The Juicy Blend” - Vibrant, Juicy, Creamy, Candy Bar, Tropical Fruit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e70% Guatemala Los Ancestros Washed \/ 30% Ethiopia Dinkinesh: Kolla Bolcha Washed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e---\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreshly Roasted - 1:2.4 ratio - ex. 17.5g dose : 42g output, 25-27 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeak Off-Roast - 1:2.2 ratio - ex. 18g dose : 40g output, 25-27 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging Off-Roast - 1:2.1 ratio - ex. 18.5 dose : 39g output, 25-27 sec.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32279809294385,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/DSC_4746_large_ad52cae9-585e-4e7f-b0f9-35d79d2e8d39.jpg?v=1595531340"},{"product_id":"hario-v60-brew-guide","title":"Hario V60 02 Coffee Dripper Brew Guide","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Hario V60 02 offers an engaging, barista-controlled conical pour over experience.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing a ridged conical shape to deepen bed depth and avoid \"choking\", the V60 is a great choice for home baristas who love to play with their pouring and brew time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 8 - 24 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:17 - 1:15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Medium to Medium-Fine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 3 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Kettle to 205℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (8 - 24 fl oz). The equivalent amount of Poured Water will be 275 - 800g. Begin heating this amount of water and just a little more, ideally in BonaVITA Variable Temperature Kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 15 for a stronger cup and 17 for a weaker cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee medium to medium-fine (slightly finer than the size of table salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Place your Hario V60 on a 1 Liter decanter or favorite coffee thermos (at least 8 fl oz in volume to avoid overflow). Gently set one Hario 02 paper filter in the brewer, then set the whole kit on a scale and tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Weigh out your ground coffee dose and re-tare to zero. When your kettle is at 205℉, you are ready to pour in three stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Start a timer and begin pouring slowly from about four inches above the bed of grounds, right into the center. Your pour should be straight up-and-down and move in slow, concentric circles roughly the size of a silver dollar. If your pour has an arc, then you are likely pouring too quickly. The amount of your first pour is determined by multiplying your dose times two. Ex. Dosed 30g of ground coffee? Your first pour should be 60g of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. At 0:45 seconds into brewing, begin your second pour. Maintain the same pouring dynamics as above, but this time, pour until you are 2\/3rds of the way through with your Poured Water amount. Ex. Pour to 400g on the scale if your total Poured Water will be 600g at finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. At 2:00 minutes into brewing, begin your third and final pour. This time, begin by pouring around the rim of the V60's filter, drawing all coffee grounds down into the slurry. Once done, resume your centered pouring dynamics as described in #6. It is very important you stop pouring when your pre-determined Poured Water amount has been reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. Note what time the coffee finishes dripping out - it should be around 3 minutes. If the brewing finishes earlier, consider whether your pour was slow and steady enough. If your pour was slow enough, you likely need to grind a little finer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Smell and once it cools enough, taste the brew. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:17 - 1:15 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32299244224561,"sku":"HARV0CDBG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/V60.png?v=1619361251"},{"product_id":"chemex-6-cup-coffee-dripper-brew-guide","title":"Chemex 6-cup Coffeemaker Brew Guide","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Chemex 6-cup Coffeemaker showcases an art museum-worthy hourglass design and thick paper filters that result in high clarity pour overs.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing durable Borosilicate glass and double bonded paper filters, the Chemex is an ideal choice for home brewers who appreciate beautifully simple design and silky brews at a slightly larger brew volume than many pour over methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Brewing Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Volume: 16 - 30 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Brewing Ratio (Grounds:Poured Water): 1:16 - 1:15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind: Medium-Coarse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Time: 4 - 5 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Temperature: Set Kettle to 205℉ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Think about how much coffee you'd like to brew (16 - 30 fl oz). The equivalent amount of Poured Water will be around 500 - 1000g. Begin heating this amount of water and just a little more, ideally in BonaVITA Variable Temperature Kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Divide your Poured Water number by 15 for a stronger cup and 16 for a silkier cup (or anywhere in-between the two Coffee Brewing Ratios) to figure out how much ground coffee you should use. Grind this amount of fresh, wholebean coffee medium to medium-coarse (about the size of sea salt). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Gently set one Chemex folded paper in the brewer with the double folded side facing the spout, then set on a scale and tare to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Weigh out your ground coffee dose and re-tare to zero. When your kettle is at 205℉, you are ready to pour in three stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Start a timer and begin pouring slowly from about four inches above the bed of grounds, right into the center. Your pour should be straight up-and-down and move in slow, concentric circles roughly the size of a silver dollar. If your pour has an arc, then you are likely pouring too quickly. The amount of your first pour is determined by multiplying your dose times two. Ex. Dosed 30g of ground coffee? Your first pour should be 60g of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. At 0:45 seconds into brewing, begin your second pour. Maintain the same pouring dynamics as above, but this time, pour until you are 2\/3rds of the way through with your Poured Water amount. Ex. Pour to 400g on the scale if your total Poured Water will be 600g at finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. At 2:30 minutes into brewing, begin your third and final pour. This time, begin by pouring around the rim of the Chemex's filter, drawing all coffee grounds down into the slurry. Once done, resume your centered pouring dynamics as described in #6. It is very important you stop pouring when your pre-determined Poured Water amount has been reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. Note what time the coffee finishes dripping out - it should be around 4 - 5 minutes. If the brewing finishes earlier, consider whether your pour was slow and steady enough. If your pour was slow enough, you likely need to grind a little finer. Be careful when removing the filter as the grounds are still very hot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9. Smell and once it cools enough, taste the brew. Little Waves coffees should exhibit a nice sweetness (like honey, caramel, ripe fruit), a moderately intense aroma, and medium-full body with a balanced mouthfeel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10. If the coffee tastes overly bitter, consider coarsening your grind one notch. If it tastes overly sour, consider fining your grind one notch. If it feels weak, consider using a slightly stronger Coffee Brewing Ratio. If the coffee feels strong, consider using a slightly weaker CBR (always within the 1:16 - 1:15 range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11. Most importantly, enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* If when you are brewing, your coffee is only dripping out of the filter, check to see if the filter has sagged into the spout, which will create a vacuum effect and limit the out flow rate. To fix, simply pull the filter gently out of the spout and reseat so that it isn't sagging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32299548868657,"sku":"CHE6CBG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/chemex_1ddec173-38cd-4fa0-aba1-36b145eb3651.jpg?v=1596037515"},{"product_id":"processing-guide","title":"Coffee Process Guide","description":"\u003ch4\u003eTo preserve and enhance its flavor and body, a ripe coffee berry should undergo almost immediate \"processing\" aka the deliberate removal of the berry's layers (skin, pulp, pectin, parchment, and silverskin) to whittle it down to a relatively stable-for-shipment green coffee seed. The process of how coffee goes from berry to dried seed makes all the difference!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThere are three major process groupings, which are differentiated primarily by how much of the berry's layers are left on the seed and for how long (usually drying for one week to one month). The more berry left on the seed to dry and the more fermentation it undergoes, typically the more \"fruit-forward\" a coffee will be. What are the three major processes?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNatural aka Dry Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo follow the Natural process, ripe coffee berries are picked by hand, then spread out to dry on a patio or raised beds for about four weeks.\u003cem\u003e These fully-intact coffee berries are raked or turned throughout the day to ensure an even dry.\u003c\/em\u003e As the fruit gently bakes under the sun, the interior seeds take on berry-like flavors. With all the fruit sugar available in the pulp and pectin, Naturals tend to ferment a good bit, which may bring about flavors that remind you of tropical fruit, wine, or berries. Though fruit-forward, many Naturals are softer when it comes to acidity, which seems to be reduced in this time-honored process. Aside from their pulpy, sometimes winey character, Naturals also showcase chocolate and nutty flavors, cradled in an often heavy body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWashed aka Wet Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Washed process, ripe coffee berries are picked by hand, then pulped by machine, separating the fruity pulp from the sticky seed. The seed, now covered by just its pectin, parchment, and silverskin, is water soaked or air dried for about 24 hours, before undergoing a washing treatment to rinse away the hard-to-remove pectin. \u003cem\u003ePost-wash, the seed is dried for one to two weeks, surrounded only by its parchment and silverskin.\u003c\/em\u003e With no pulp or pectin to pass along fermentation compounds, Washed coffees may be characterized by their clarity, subtlety, and sweet vibrance. Often less fruit-forward in aromatics than Naturals and Honeys, Washed coffees tend to taste more like \"Coffee\" than other processes, though there's a wide world out there!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHoney and Pulped Natural Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoney process has nothing to do with actual honey, but it sounds sweet, which is accurate! Honey and Pulped Natural processes are a half-step between Natural and Washed. Ripe coffee berries are picked by hand, then have their skin and pulp separated from the inner sticky seed by machine. \u003cem\u003eThe seed, now covered only by its sticky-sweet pectin, parchment, and silverskin, is dried between 10 - 25 days.\u003c\/em\u003e With the pectin imparting sweetness and undergoing a fair amount of fermentation, Honeys and Pulped Naturals could be thought of as \"restrained Naturals\" - that is, they still have fairly strong coffee pulp aromatics, but won't be as fermented as their Natural counterparts. Expect jammy or cooked fruit, browned sugars, and candied nuts as the standout flavors of these processes. Btw, the major difference between Honeys and Pulped Naturals is the amount of time each are left to dry. Brazil's Pulped Naturals are dried more quickly than Central America's Honeys, often resulting in lower levels of fermentation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter which process you prefer, we're glad you're here to learn more about a big reason why your favorite coffees are so good - the know-how and dedication of coffee producers! To dig in even more, we suggest indulging in a study of two processes of the same coffee. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/box-set\/products\/discourse-dissent-box-set\" title=\"Discourse \u0026amp; Dissent: Contrasting Coffees Box Set\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiscourse \u0026amp; Dissent Box Set\u003c\/a\u003e offers this opportunity from time to time, but a quick scan of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/current-coffees\" title=\"Little Waves Current Coffees\"\u003eCurrent Coffee List\u003c\/a\u003e could yield some interesting processing contrasts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 35.5px; margin-left: 35.5px; float: none;\" alt=\"Little Waves Discourse \u0026amp; Dissent Box Set\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/files\/D_D_Box_Set_480x480.jpg?v=1611168738\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eProcessing photos courtesy of Baho Coffee.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38007502241986,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/products\/RwandaWashed_Fugi-Baho.jpg?v=1611182606"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0070\/3676\/4221\/collections\/86ncGhSB.jpg?v=1589391754","url":"https:\/\/littlewaves.sbs\/collections\/education.oembed","provider":"Little Waves Coffee Roasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}